Is Bio Chocolat Noir Cacao 70% Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Fairglobe
Fairglobe's Bio Chocolat Noir Cacao 70% is reviewed here as a dessert. Zerotox gives it 84/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it is generally considered low concern based on the current ingredient profile.
This dark chocolate contains cocoa mass, cane sugar, and cocoa butter, with soy lecithin as an emulsifier. The presence of sugar and emulsifier indicates moderate processing, affecting the overall quality rating.
84 / 100
Why score is 84
This dark chocolate contains cocoa mass, cane sugar, and cocoa butter, with soy lecithin as an emulsifier. The presence of sugar and emulsifier indicates moderate processing, affecting the overall quality rating.
Main concern
Soy lecithin is a processed emulsifier that raises concerns about ingredient processing.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Cocoa mass and cocoa butter are derived from organic farming, indicating a focus on quality ingredients.
- The use of organic cane sugar suggests a preference for less processed sweeteners.
Concerns
- Soy lecithin is a processed emulsifier that raises concerns about ingredient processing.
- The inclusion of sugar can detract from the overall health perception of the product.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this dessert, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is the primary ingredient providing the chocolate flavor and is derived from organic farming, indicating high quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Pâte de cacao
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Is Cane Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cane Sugar is used here as sweetener. Cane sugar is a natural sweetener that adds sweetness but is a refined ingredient, raising moderate concerns about sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sucre de canne
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a natural fat from cocoa beans that contributes to the smooth texture of chocolate, sourced from organic farming.
Role in formula: base
Original: beurre de cacao
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used to improve texture and consistency in chocolate but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: émulsifiant : lécithines (_soja_)
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 3867025
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Allergens detected: soy
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